By Rabiu MUSA, Abuja
In a bid to eradicate if not reduce to the barest minimiun the level of smuggling of vehicles, the Ag. Comptroller-General of Customs Bashir Adewale Adeniyi MFR has signed a Memorandum Of Understanding (MoU) with the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) aimed for automated data sharing of vehicle registration.
The Ag. Comptroller-General of Customs and Corps Marshal Dauda Ali, signed the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at the headquarters of the Federal Road Safety Corps in Abuja.
In his remarks, the Customs boss, said, “The collaboration would foster unity between the two agencies and help prevent revenue leakages.”
His words: “The MoU would lead to seamless collaboration, operational efficiency, enhanced compliance, and innovative problem-solving.”
Adding, “Aid in resource optimization, road safety, revenue generation, and other essential aspects of vehicle documentation.”
In his response, Corps Marshal Dauda Ali Biyu, said, “I commend the Ag. Comptroller-General of Customs for his dedication towards the signing of the MoU.”
He added, “I assure the Ag. CGC of FRSC commitment to partnering with the Customs Service to combat smuggling, revenue leakages, theft, and other social crimes.”
He further expressed interest in data sharing and emphasized the positive outcomes expected from this collaboration.
However, to solidify the synergy and commitment to cooperation, the Corps Marshal also appointed the Ag. CGC, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi MFR, as a Special Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps.
